Sam de Haan

“Scarcity” is a gripping and emotionally charged film set in a desolate, post-apocalyptic world, where survival hinges on scarce resources and life changing decisions. The film explores the importance of human connection and sacrifice in the face of desperation on many levels. Centering around a determined girl, Alisa, navigating her way through the dangerous outside world. The story follows her relentless quest to find life-saving medicine for her sick caretaker, Anatoly, her only remaining family.

When Finn, a boy from a small village, sees his best friend in drag at a party, his world turns upside down. Drawn into an unfamiliar queer nightlife, he begins leading a double life that slowly starts to collapse back into one. Along the way, he must confront not only his feelings towards his friend, but also towards himself.